The Bath Americana Festival 2012

The spa city of Bath is known for having a wide and varied culture, with plethora of local museums based in this beautiful city. One such museum well worth seeking out is Bath’s American Museum in Britain, which is home to the finest collection of Americana outside of the United States.

During early July the American Museum, which is based at the magnificent Claverton Manor, will be the venue for the annual Bath Americana Festival taking place from July 4 – 8. If you happen to be staying in one of the hotels in Bath during the dates, be sure you add this fantastic event to your itinerary.

The Bath Americana Festival begins on the July 4, marking Independence Day which is an American National Holiday; what better way to celebrate than with this fabulous festival of American music? It is one of the region’s favourite festivals and this year will be offering visitors the chance to hear a range of American folk music, which focuses on Appalachian and bluegrass music from many talented artists.

It kicks off with a fun day of music in the grounds of the beautiful Claverton Manor, from bands like, the hugely talented Sharps & Flats, The Buffalo Gals, and the band Appalachia.

As well as a fine selection of tunes from supremely talented musicians, visitors will also have a chance to take part in educational workshops throughout the festival. There will be plenty of refreshments on offer with a BBQ and soft-drinks available or you can take along a picnic to enjoy! For more information on this special festival contact American Museum on: 01225 460503.

So make sure you book one of the Bath hotels offering luxury accommodation, so you can enjoy the Bath Americana Festival and the many attractions around this beautiful city.

About Bailbrook Lodge

Bailbrook Lodge offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation in a beautiful, period Georgian, Grade II listed country house Bath hotel, which is set within its own grounds and lovely well kept gardens. Bailbrook Lodge is located in the historic Roman Spa city of Bath, England’s only UNESCO World Heritage City.

This delightful luxury B&B is an ideal choice if you are looking to enjoy one of the many Bath Spa breaks which are on offer throughout the year.

Bailbrook Lodge is ideal Bath accommodation if you’re seeking a bed and breakfast which is located in a quiet, peaceful atmosphere whilst being perfectly located to reach Baths’ historical city centre, which is only 1½ miles or 5 minute drive away, putting you in easy reach of Bath’s most famous sights and attractions: The Roman Bath’s, Grand Pump Room, Royal Crescent, Bath Abbey, The Circus, Theatre Royal, and the Thermae Bath Spa.